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Applications now open for Young Women in Leadership Award from Zonta Club
Eligible applicants should show a dedication to volunteerism, experience in local or student government, workplace leadership (paid or unpaid), and meaningful volunteer leadership achievements.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Fire Department reports multi-structure fire in downtown Hilo now contained
However, incident area remains dangerous and can present hazardous conditions to the general public; all streets in downtown Hilo are also now open.
Business Monday: From cattle to sustainable pet food, Kamuela ranchers innovate with leftover animal parts
Celebrate Cyber Monday with Pawniolo Pets, a family business that sells raw pet food and treats made fresh on their ranch using only extra parts from grass-fed cows and other local animals.
65-year-old missing nearly 2 days, in need of medication; can you help find him?
Anyone who knows the whereabouts or has information that can help safely locate William Roscoe is urged to call 9-1-1 or the Hawai‘i Police Department.
Hawaiʻi County, several nonprofits respond to help those impacted by downtown Hilo fire
The fire displaced seven residents and resulted in the evacuation of dozens more from nearby buildings, but no fatalities or injuries were reported.
Public encouraged to support University of Hawaiʻi students on Giving Tuesday
Make a meaningful difference in a University of Hawaiʻi student’s life this Giving Tuesday; help them stay focused when unexpected challenges arise and know they are cared for, valued and able to thrive.
Volunteers remove thousands of feet of fishing lines from west, north Hawaiʻi reefs
Volunteers from Ocean Defenders Alliance have collected thousands of feet of fishing lines and pounds of lead from Hawaiʻi’s coastlines, showcasing an ongoing effort to preserve marine environments.
Modernization, upgrades improve readiness to deliver on holiday mail, shipping needs
U.S. Postal Service encourages members of the public to follow the agency’s online holiday hub for all of their holiday shipping information.
2 people dead, 28 others displaced because of fire at former Puʻuʻeo Poi Factory in Hilo
The identities of the 2 fire victims, who each was found in different separate locations within the now apartment building, have not yet been released; cause of the early morning Nov. 29 fire is unknown and it remains under investigation.
Panel to discuss federal changes impacting Hawai‘i food, energy security and how to respond
Free Zoom event Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing how to improve the state’s resilience and self-sufficiency.
HFS Federal Credit Union raises $25K for Big Island kūpuna and Hawai‘i Island Adult Care
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care’s Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.’s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.
40-year-old charged with murder for shooting a man in Mountain View parking lot
The shooting victim has been identified as 52-year-old John Marshall Marrou, of Volcano.
Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser returns for its 77th year
This year’s sale offers a wide selection of Nordmann fir and Noble fir trees, ranging from 3 to 10 feet tall, along with fresh wreaths.
Military leased lands panel begins laying groundwork for future talks with U.S. Army
Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.
Big Island’s top talent to shine on upcoming episode of ‘Hawai‘i to the World’ competition
Tune in Nov. 30 and cheer the 8 finalists representing Moku o Keawe will lay it all on stage during the Big Island auditions episode of the statewide talent competition that showcases rising artists, musicians, dancers and creators from throughout the islands.
High surf warning likely this weekend along Big Island western shores with arrival of extra-large swell
The west-northwest to northwest swell is expected to rapidly fill in Saturday evening and peak during the day Sunday, likely producing surf of 12 to 18 feet, with some even larger sets possible, for West Hawai‘i shorelines.
DAGS getting new digs in Honokaʻa
$8 million project will double the Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services workspace in the Hāmākua community and increase productivity for North Hawaiʻi
Expanding the flock: 2 more ʻalalā added to wild cohort already free on Maui
The two new birds, both a year younger than their 5 other more established counterparts, are now taking their turn at calling the release aviary home, where they are acclimating to the sights and sounds of the forest and using the secure space to strengthen their flight and landing muscles.
HOPE Services hosts annual lunch for East Hawai‘i residents experiencing homelessness
The event highlighted the HOPE Services Hawai‘i mission to make homelessness rare, brief and nonrecurring on Hawai’i Island through a comprehensive, compassionate approach.
